Great Wishes
Alenor walked down the cafeteria of the prestigious Pierry Mills Academy. Her steps measured, her mind elsewhere. The aroma of freshly baked pastries mingled with the chatter of students, their voices rising and falling like waves. Laughter rang from the far end, where students flaunted their latest designer bags and gossiped about luxurious vacations. She slid into her usual seat, waiting for her friend Nella, her eyes scanning the room for a familiar face. Suddenly, a sickeningly familiar voice cut through the noise. Alenor sighed before looking up. Mindy Anderson. The daughter of the school’s Chairman stood before her, flanked by her ever-present minions. Their arms were crossed, their expressions smug.
